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In this Mentoring Christian Men Worldwide episode, Tim and Christian discuss why living with a significant other before marriage is not God’s best. They talk about common reasons that most people give for making this choice and how the Bible addresses these reasons.

Using Matthew 19:3–6, they emphasize God’s design of “leaving and cleaving” in covenant marriage, not cohabitation, and argue cohabitation promotes selfishness and lack of commitment while marriage provides a moral framework and spiritual refinement.

Tim also cites current scientific studies that suggest that marital success increases when couples wait to cohabit until marriage.

Overall, men and women can benefit from listening to this episode, especially if they are considering cohabitation or helping others who are considering it yet want to experience God's best for their lives and marriages.

TIME STAMPS:

00:00 Welcome And Topic Setup
00:33 Why People Cohabitate
01:48 International Perspective And Excuses
02:44 Jesus Reaffirms Marriage
06:28 Roommates Versus Covenant
09:21 Blessing Of Waiting Plus Research
12:30 Bad Standards And Bible Principles
17:10 Men Lead And Simple Weddings
21:10 Bob Testimony Obedience Example
25:15 Bill Story And Practical Steps
27:47 Final Encouragement And Outro

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In this episode, Tim and Christian discuss why Christians should not have sex outside marriage, reframing the question from “why can’t I” to “should I” based on God’s Word.

They explain biblical commands and principles about avoiding sexual immorality, using 1 Corinthians 6:13 to emphasize that bodies are made for the Lord, not immorality, and add historical Jewish marriage context to show sex as covenant consummation.

They address modern pressures, encouraging men to pursue obedience and stewardship of the body rather than merely “resisting temptation,” citing David and Samson as warnings about consequences.

They stress identity (serving and protecting), self-control as fruit of the Spirit, and that purity is possible through Christ.

The stories of “Bob” and “Bill” illustrate the physical, emotional, and spiritual costs of immorality and God’s power to restore through repentance, Scripture, accountability, and community.

Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome and Setup
00:38 Series Topic Intro
01:50 Bible Commands and Principles
02:52 Corinthians Context
04:50 Marriage Covenant Meaning
07:25 Sex Purpose and Obedience
10:21 Battle and Temptation
12:48 Obedience Over Resisting
15:10 Consequences and Biology
19:18 Lordship and Self Control
22:24 Identity as Protector
25:54 Bob Story Consequences
29:52 Bill Story Restoration
33:59 Resources and Closing

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Tim and Christian open episode four of season three of Mentoring Christian Men Worldwide (the “Why Can’t I?” series) to address why Christians can’t live with “one foot in the world and one foot with Jesus” while still expecting a deep relationship with Him.

Basing their conversation in John 15:18–19, they explain that following Christ makes believers counter-cultural and often disliked, but the goal is faithfulness, not being seen as cool.

They also discuss the desire for acceptance, the conviction of the Holy Spirit, and how God’s standards lead to a better reward and peace. Tim shares a street-ministry story where he refused to enter a strip club to seem relevant, and Christian shares an example of a man setting a boundary to quit drinking for his marriage, witness, and well-being, emphasizing that standing firm doesn’t require being rude.

00:00 Welcome and Series Setup
00:31 Why Be the Cool Christian
02:50 Conviction and Standing Out
04:06 Acceptance vs Faithfulness
09:07 The World Will Hate You
11:28 Losing Friends and Loyalty
14:40 Persecution and Billy Graham
18:26 Relational Confidence and Peace
20:53 Strip Club Boundary Story
24:57 Bill Quits Drinking Testimony
27:41 Final Takeaways and Sign Off

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In this episode of Mentoring Christian Men Worldwide, Christian and Tim discuss the question, “Why can’t I just love God and still live my own life?” focusing on the tension many new believers feel trying to keep one foot in the world while following Jesus.

They explain that the Holy Spirit brings conviction, making sin feel wrong and less satisfying, and they challenge men to shift from asking “Why can’t I?” (permission) to “Should I?” (wisdom and honor toward God).

Using Scripture, they emphasize obedience and submission as a response to Christ’s sacrifice, not weakness or joylessness. Tim shares a mentoring story of “Bill,” whose full commitment brought peace and life improvements, while Christian shares “Bob,” who resisted change, highlighting that each person must choose whom they will submit to.

TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Welcome and Setup
00:20 The One Foot Problem
01:34 Conviction Kicks In
02:06 Why Cant I vs Should I
03:39 If You Love Me Obey
05:09 Bought With a Price
07:25 Submission Brings Peace
10:56 Stop Drop and Pray
11:19 Submission Myths Debunked
16:17 Bill Story Peace Reward
19:24 Bob Story No Regrets
21:58 Mentoring Reality and Wrap

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Tim and Christian launch the “Why Can’t I” series by addressing “Why can’t I live my own truth?”

They argue that truth is objective, not personal, and that “living your own truth” is really living your own way, which often leads to emptiness, unresolved guilt, and chaos.

Using John 17:17 and Jesus’ claim to be “the truth,” they say God’s Word sanctifies, brings order and stability to life and society, and “works” across relationships, character, and purpose.

They also discuss doubts created by hypocrisy and church hurt, warning against false teachers while insisting Jesus should not be judged by imperfect followers. They emphasize creation and moral conscience as signs of a Creator, encourage apologetics and personal investigation, and close by calling listeners to follow Jesus as the only way to God.

Time Stamps:
00:00 Series Kickoff Question
02:38 Gods Word Defines Truth
02:59 Why Biblical Truth Works
05:59 Hypocrisy And Doubt
07:16 Owning Sin And Freedom
09:58 Seeking Creator And Morals
14:14 Truth Versus Opinion
15:41 Creation Points To God
17:25 Does Your Way Work
17:53 Truth Brings Order
18:56 Living Your Own Values
20:11 Genesis and Chaos
20:58 Church Hurt and Wolves
23:41 Truth Cannot Redefine
25:34 Bible Reliability Case
26:50 Bill Story Apologetics
29:07 Bob Story Jesus Is Truth
31:46 Final Challenge and Wrap

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Many men lack father-figure mentors, and this podcast is meant to supplement—not replace—an in-person mentor or the local church. Join Christian Lenty and Tim Couet as they describe relationship-driven discipleship focused on truth from God’s Word, and outline mentoring through three relationships: with God, with a group of Christian men, and with an individual mentor.

This podcast meets men where they are in issues like marriage, parenting, hearing the Holy Spirit, finances, and spiritual growth.

If you'd like mentorship, reach out to us at hello@themstproject.com.

TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Season Three Relaunch
00:15 Why The New Name
02:33 Podcast Growth And Purpose
03:16 Mentorship Not A Replacement
04:02 Christian Mentoring Style
06:55 Tim Mentoring Framework
09:55 Stories And How To Reach Us
13:25 Finding The Right Mentor
16:14 Bill Hearing The Spirit
20:26 Bob Freedom From Porn
23:31 Wrap Up And Next Steps

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In this episode of Q&A with T&C, hosts Tim and Christian engage in a profound discussion on the stewardship of faith.

They explore the importance of actively nurturing and safeguarding one's faith amidst life's adversities. Sharing personal anecdotes and Biblical insights, the hosts address how to maintain and pass on faith, especially during challenging times.

They also discuss the dangers of drifting away from faith and the enemy’s tactics to derail believers. The episode emphasizes the significance of trust, submission, and the impact of a faith-filled life on future generations.

Join Tim and Christian as they wrap up season two and gear up for an exciting season three, committed to answering listener questions and fostering victorious and abundant lives for Christian men.

Key Times:
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
01:14 Today's Topic: Stewardship of Faith
01:46 Understanding and Cultivating Faith
06:00 Personal Stories and Challenges in Faith
09:29 The Importance of Guarding Your Faith
17:26 Trusting God Through Tragedy
19:15 A Legacy of Faith
20:13 Stewarding Faith in the Family
23:10 The Impact of Faith Across Generations
27:10 Trusting God in Difficult Times
30:12 The Enemy's Tactics and Staying Faithful
33:46 Final Thoughts and Season Wrap-Up

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In this episode of Q&A with T&C, Tim and Christian discuss the vital role of stewardship in relationships as part of their season-long stewardship series.

With Christian fresh off a tour of Africa, they explore the irreplaceable value of in-person relationships and how to effectively foster them.

Key themes include humility, gentleness, and patience. They also tackle the significance of saying 'sorry,' the challenges of complicated relationships, and the importance of seeing every person as an image bearer of God.

This episode is full of practical advice and spiritual insights for Christian men aiming to improve their relationships and leadership.

00:00 Welcome Back to Q&A with T and C
00:17 Christian's African Tour and Stewarding Relationships
01:47 The Importance of In-Person Relationships
04:39 God's Desire for Relationship
07:20 Humility, Gentleness, and Patience in Relationships
15:26 The Value of People Over Projects
17:56 Understanding the Importance of Listening
18:46 Navigating Complicated Relationships
19:44 Fighting for Relationships
25:32 The Power of Apology
27:09 Real-Life Examples of Reconciliation
31:13 The Ultimate Example of Relationship
33:00 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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